Meet our Team

Dr. Lorri Nichols, Founder/Chiropractor

Dr. Lorri Nichols is a 1983 cum laude graduate of Sherman Chiropractic College. She is Board Certified in Applied Spinal Biomechanics, Board Eligible as a Diplomate Spinal Rehabilitation and is a Certified Chiropractic Extremity Practioner. In private practice since 1984, Dr. Nichols founded Northwest Chiropractic Center in 1989. She has served two terms to the Washington Department of Health Chiropractic Quality Assurance Commission and President of the Washington State Chiropractic Association in 2011 and 2012. She has been awarded Top Chiropractor in the US 2006, Chiropractor of the Year 2011, Best of Federal Way 2013, WSCA Special Service Award 2009 and 2013 and WSCA Volunteer of the Year 2013. She is currently clinic director of Northwest Wellness and integrated, patient center health care facility.

Dr. Megan Anderson, Chiropractor

Dr. Megan Anderson is committed to helping your body operate at its peak function. She guides your spine to its proper alignment, offering a natural alternative to surgery and medicine – one that lets your body heal from the inside out. Graduating with a double major in both Nutrition and Exercise Science from Bastyr University in 2002, Dr. Megan has a rich background in healthy living. She continued to pursue alternative ways to help others heal by completing her doctorate in 2008 at Life Chiropractic College West. Working closely with patients and families, she focuses on educating you throughout every step of your wellness plan. She loves traveling, yoga, hiking, trying new restaurants, and hunting for her favorite Washington winery. She is not afraid to try new things and has even put her chiropractic skills to work with animals.

Dr. Connor Naccarato, Physical Therapist

Dr. Connor Naccarato graduated at the top of his class in the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program at University of St. Augustine For Health Sciences in San Diego, CA. He has also earned his Manual Therapy Certification (MTC) and is a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). These two specializations have helped him develop a treatment style that integrates a hands-on manual therapy approach, with functional exercise and resistance training. Dr. Naccarato joined the team at Northwest Wellness in 2017 to help develop the physical therapy department. He utilizes an eclectic approach in his own treatment philosophy and is excited to be a part of such a holistic practice. He enjoys helping people get rid of their pain and get back to living a healthy, active lifestyle. His clinical background is in treating musculoskeletal injuries, post-operative conditions, and sports injuries. He enjoys working with a variety of different patients, but specializes in the treatment of overhead athletes, runners, and chronic low back pain. Whatever aches and pains might be holding you back, Dr. Naccarato will help you take an active role in your recovery and get back to doing the things you love.

Dr. Naccarato was born and raised in Tacoma, WA. After finishing Physical Therapy school in San Diego, he and his wife Rosemary returned back to the beautiful Pacific Northwest. Together, they enjoy living an active lifestyle and take advantage of everything this region has to offer. Dr. Naccarato enjoys running, cycling, soccer, football, snowboarding, hiking, backpacking, and rock climbing. He believes that fitness is an important part of a healthy lifestyle and loves to help people get back to doing the things they love.

Dr. Catyann Parker, Physical Therapist

Dr. Catyann Parker graduated from the University of Washington’s Doctor of Physical Therapy program as Class President. Her clinical background is in treating neurological and orthopedic conditions in clients ranging from 2 months to 90 years old. She has a passion for working with infants with torticollis and developmental delay. Her other professional interests include programming for pre and post-operative patients, helping athletes with sport-specific injuries, and promoting an active and healthy lifestyle.

Dr. Parker grew up in Federal Way, WA and is excited to be actively serving her home community. Having stayed in the Pacific Northwest throughout schooling, her and her husband Jack take full advantage of the water, mountains, and landscapes the area has to offer. She believes that fitness is a solid foundation for optimal health. Whatever your age, injury, or goals, Dr. Parker will help lead you down the path to recovery and optimal function.

Dr. Jeff Thomas, Naturopathic Physician

Dr. Jeff Thomas is a licensed naturopathic doctor providing integrative medical approaches to a myriad of clinical presentations ranging from the most common to difficult and obstinate of cases. Dr. Thomas is also the medical educator and product development specialist for Deseret Biologicals. Throughout the year in addition to seeing patients and incorporating the latest nutritional innovation into product concepts. Dr. Thomas lectures across the country speaking to health practitioners on the latest trends in disease assessment and nutritional approaches.

Dr. Thomas received his Naturopathic doctoral degree from the prestigious Bastyr University, in Seattle WA in 2013. Prior to that he received his Bachelor of Science at the University of Incarnate Word in San Antonio, Tx, and his Associate’s Degree in Culinary Arts from St. Phillip’s College. During his clinical rotations Dr. Thomas worked with various providers including clinical dietitians, medical doctors, naturopathic oncologists, chiropractors, and naturopathic physicians.

Britt Hunt, Physical Therapist Assistant

Britt graduated with honors from Green River College with a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) degree in 2017. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Communication at University of Colorado where she found an affection for skiing, hiking and mountain living. A Seattle native, Britt returned home and continues to celebrate the active Northwest lifestyle. While pursuing a new PTA career, Britt worked as a Pure Barre instructor within the Seattle community; encouraging clients’ improved core strength, flexibility, and supporting overall healthy transformations. She is passionate about the healing properties of fitness and pain-free movement. Britt enjoys playing on her co-ed soccer team, running with her husband and golden retriever, Willie Nelson, and cheering on the Seahawks. She is excited to share her interest in exercise, therapeutic modalities and is committed to her patients’ rehabilitation.

Dr. Kay Kim, Acupuncturist

Dr. Kay Kim is a Washington State licensed Acupuncturist/East Asian Medicine Practitioner and has a wide range of experience in health and pain management. While serving in the US Army, Dr. Kim had to undergo back surgery and credits Eastern medicine and Acupuncture for his quick recovery and healing process.

Dr. Kay specializes in pain management such as plantar fasciitis, neck, shoulder, lower back, knee pain as well as migraine headache and allergies. He also has experience in facial rejuvenation.

Sarah Wilcox, Director of Operations

Sarah is originally from Seattle, WA and is a graduate of the University of Washington with a degree in Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences. She has worked for Northwest Wellness since 2004. She first experienced chiropractic, physical therapy and massage as a patient herself in 1999 after a car accident. After recovering from her injuries, she was a believer in holistic health. She enjoys training for running events, hiking outdoors, cooking and spending time with her two dogs and boyfriend.

Angela Murphy, Chiropractic Assistant

We are excited to have Angela join our Northwest Wellness team. She has worked the administrative side of natural wellness for six years and enjoys greeting patients with a smile. Angela chose the Health & Wellness industry as she enjoys interacting with patients and connecting them with information in regards to natural wellness. Angela was born and raised in Washington and currently lives in Federal way with her two children. She loves exploring scenic drives, getting together with family, party planning, and crafting.

Dawn Swalander, Billing Specialist

Dawn is originally from the Midwest and has become a Washingtonian over the years. She is a graduate from Edmonds community college with Associates Arts Degree. She received her Bachelor of Arts from Central Washington University, majoring in Law and Justice. She owned her own billing service for 20 years and enjoys working in all disciplines of medicine, but chiropractic and naturopathy are her favorites. On her time off she enjoys riding motorcycles with her husband, spending time with her daughters and dogs.

Jon Okami, Licensed Massage Therapist

Jon’s educational background includes his massage certificate from the Brenneke School of Massage in 1997 and a Bachelor’s of Science in Biology from the University of Washington in 2011. Jon also has been instructing massage for over 16 years, which he continues to do at a local massage school. He brings a wealth of experience and techniques as a therapist/educator to each patient session to provide a massage that caters to a patient’s needs.

When not practicing or teaching massage, Jon enjoys: opportunities to avoid getting lost when hiking/backpacking; managing the forces of nature (weeds!) in the home garden; creating delicious meals (when not burning it); and/or getting motivated to finally get that garage project done.

Rebecca Steele, Medical Assistant

Rebecca is a recent graduate of Highline College in Medical Assisting with several years of patient care experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist. It has been a purposeful transition to work with practitioners specializing in holistic, whole body wellness. She enjoys spending time with her family, traveling the Pacific Northwest, and reading anything non-fiction--especially history and epidemiology.

Jessica Llamas, Chiropractic Assistant

Jessica was raised in Federal Way and graduated in 2014, while being raised in a Mexican American household. She loves getting to meet and interact with anyone who crosses her path. Jessica always aspires to look at the bright side of things, no matter what. She is looking to strive in the medical field to build herself a bright future in order to give thanks to those who supported her and helped push her to her greatest.

Jennifer Roldan, Licensed Massage Therapist

Jennifer studied massage at Carrington College in Spokane and has been practicing primarily in the clinical setting. Her focus with massage is treatment work with a therapeutic touch. She wishes to continue her education with an emphasis in prenatal care and obtaining a national license in massage. She is Northwest Wellness only REGENCE provider and is contracted with most insurances. In her free time, Jennifer enjoys reading, gardening, and going on scenic bike rides.

Michele 'MJ' Peterson, Licensed Massage Therapist

M.J. received her degree in Massage Studies in 2005 and has been practicing Medical Massage since 2006. While we did lose her for a few years while she and her now retired Army husband moved around, we are very happy to have her once again as a part of our team. She specializes in injury treatments; from work and auto accidents to numerous pathologies. She thoroughly enjoys helping her patients and concentrates on individualizing her treatments according to each patient's personal needs and comfort level. She is the proud mother of two boisterous boys and enjoys educating them on the great outdoors.

Mark Miller, Licensed Massage Therapist

Mark graduated from Northwest School of Massage in December of 2003 and has been practicing since May of 2006. He specializes in deeptissue massage techniques. This includes treatments for the neck, fromwhiplash or chronic injuries, as well as low back/hip pain and injuries. He likes to take an integrated and personal approach to healing depending on the needs of his clients. Mark is active in his church, enjoys camping and other activities outdoors, reading, and spending time with his wife since getting married in the summer of 2015.